Stupid Cancer :: The Voice Of Young Adults Affected By Cancer

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Whether you are newly diagnosed, past the 5-year mark or had cancer 20 years ago as a toddler, we believe that being disease-free does not equate to "cure" and that when the doctor says, "go home," that's rarely the end of the story.

Below you will find links to organizations that we feel offer the best direct support services for young adults in the six most requested key areas. For a more comprehensive listing, click on the support directory links to the right.

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With over 4,500 active members, the Stupid Cancer Forums are great online discussion boards for 1-1 peer support, advice and mentoring for young adults affected by cancer.

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Imerman Angels 1-1 Peer Matching carefully matches and individually pairs a person touched by cancer with someone who has fought and survived the same type of cancer.

Follow @imermanangels

LIVESTRONG provides free, confidential, one-on-one support to anyone affected by cancer&nsdash;whether you have cancer or are a loved one, friend, caregiver or provider.

Follow @livestrong

The Leukemia & Lymphoma's First Connection gives patients and family members the opportunity to share experiences and insight with someone who has "been through it."

Follow @llsusa

The Young Survival Coalution's robust online discussion boards connect survivors and caregivers around critical issues unique to young women who are diagnosed with breast cancer.

Follow @yscbuzz

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